Launching soon... Corks & Canapés Events!
Wine & spirits masterclasses on the Isle of Wight
If you’re an island resident lamenting the lack of fun stuff to do during the winter, then listen up! I’m teaming up with Leith’s trained private chef Zoë Ombler of the Epicurean Sailor to create a series of themed ‘Corks & Canapés’ events on the Isle of Wight.
What is Corks & Canapés?
These are relaxed, yet educational wine and spirits masterclasses led by me: an experienced drinks writer, broadcaster, judge and educator (here’s my full bio). Each event will have a theme - usually either a style of wine or spirit, a region or country - and the drinks will be professionally paired with sumptuous canapés by Zoë.
What’s Included and how does it work?
Each tasting event lasts around 1.5 hours and you’ll get:
5-6 Substantial tasters of wines or spirits
3 Perfectly paired styles of canapés (you’ll get more than one of each!)
Links to detailed notes and stockists details
Discounts on exciting wine swag like the Coravin wine preservation system
1 Wine aisle swagger
Where and how much?
The location for each event may change over time as we take over cafés, restaurants and even private homes but the very first event is happening on Thursday 13th November at the simply stunning Turnstone House at Monterey, Eygpt Point.
Prices for each event will range depending on the theme from £35 - £45 pp.
Sample themes
Beaujolais: From bubblegum-scented nouveau up to the fancy 10 ‘Cru’
Champagne: Brut, Vintage, NV, MV, Blanc de Blancs, RD… taste what it all means!
Rueda: Like Sauvignon but want to upgrade? You’ll adore this cool Spanish region
Bordeaux: Not just expensive reds. Get a full overview of all styles and quality levels
Chianti: From straight Chianti to top ‘Classico’ wines and the bits in between
Ribera del Duero: A deep dive into this famous, premium Spanish wine region
Why learn about wine anyway?
Wine is so much more than a drink; it’s geography, philosophy, language, culture, community and so much more. Watch me wang on about it here than hit subscribe for event updates near you.